Embodying the quintessential Bohemian beach town vibe of the Hawaiian Islands, Paia is a small village on the north coast of Maui, Hawaii. Home to a former sugarcane plantation and commercial sugar mill, Paia is now a diverse and multicultural historical town of restaurants, cafés, art galleries, quirky storefronts, and chic boutiques. Once known to the world only as the last stop on the legendary ‘Highway to Hana’ road, Paia holds many off-the-radar gems like the Paia Stupa, Baldwin Cove, Baldwin Beach Park, Paia Bay, Ho’okipa Beach Park and Ku’au Cove that, incidentally, also has the famous Mama’s Fish House restaurant. And if windsurfing interests you, Paia is the place for you, for it is known as the ‘Windsurfing Capital of the World!’ And if you follow our suggestions, finding a vacation rental in this town is quite easy. So, come along and take a look at the best Vrbo accommodations in Paia, Hawaii.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.
1. Bewitching grass fields and ocean views (from USD 399)
This fascinating rental is a spacious ocean-view home that features simple furnishings in keeping with a beach cottage atmosphere. Nestled amidst the lush grass of an old sugarcane field, the house has plenty of charm with its outdoor shower, two-layered deck, and patio. Inside, the house has a full kitchen with stainless steel appliances, comfortable bedrooms, and clean bathrooms. The house is at a ten-minute walking distance from the shops and restaurants of downtown Paia. A café and a yoga studio are a two-minute walk away.
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All amenities were provided including beach towels coolers and chairsUsing the outdoor shower at night under the stars was a treatThe landscaping was also lovely and the outdoor shower was a nice bonusBetter equipt than any other rentals we have used-nice kitchen dishes and pots and pansVery nice to be able to walk into townLoved view of sugarcane fields to the oceanPlenty of seating in the living roomCleanliness:
convenient House itself was clean and very comfortableThe setting was lovely with sugar cane fieldsSit on the lanai and stare off over the old sugar cane field and the ocean in the distanceGood location and nice clean placeThe house was very clean upon our arrival along with clear instructions on the "house rules"Host:
as well Monica was very responsive to emails Organic grocery available in Paiacozy and communication with owner went well as she was very prompt and responsivebeach airport etc )Monica was quick to respond to our messages and shared lots of helpful travel tips with usI have stayed here more than once and the owner is great and willing to work with me :)Read more reviewsLocation:
The location is near Pa'ia restaurants shops and beaches yet just far enough away from the traffic so that it is in a very quiet neighborhoodMama's Fish House (amazing restaurant)It was good exercise to walk to town every dayWe walked to Bladwin Beach and Mana Foodsthe house is walking distance to the center of town Communication with Monica was great
2. Clean and conveniently located vacation home (from USD 363)
A cozy vacation home ambiance welcomes you to Paia. This studio rental has everything that you would need for a memorable stay, including expansive sugarcane field views against a backdrop of rugged mountains. The studio has a kitchen, queen bed, bathroom, private lanai, fenced yard, and a barbeque area. The bed and breakfast is just a two-minute walk to the bars, restaurants, and shops of Paia town. The Ho’okipa Beach and Paia Bay are also at a short walking distance.
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We had our own little outdoor area that we spent the evening outsideIt was so nice to be able to walk in town and to the beachReally enjoyed our stay Great to have a cooler beach chairs and a BBQ to use while we were there Loved being able to have our meals on our lanai and in the shared yard space Busy road in front ...Only real downside is that the westside "sunset unit" is just off the main drag and there is traffic noise including some of the loudest motorcycles I've ever heardClean and comfortable - loved our stayCleanliness:
The place was very comfortable and clean tooPlace was clean and located close to everything in PaiaThe location is also very quiet and bed and pillows very comfortableEverything was very comfortable and having The lanai to have our breakfast out was perfectsuper clean and convenient Loved staying here and dream to returnHost:
They let us be without interference but were always available when we neededJust not stove/ovenOnly recommendation to owner would be a mattress topper- little firm for my wife's tasteI loved the firm mattressWelcoming host Will definitely go backRead more reviewsLocation:
Easy process Great LocationBut since we live on a busy street in L Abut there were also several panhandlers outside the general store on the walk into townwhere the nice shops and market are Also walking distance from Paia beachIt is a very convenient location for exploring all sides of the island
3. Chic apartment close to Ho'okipa Beach (from USD 150)
This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is airy, bright and done up in soothing coastal hues. It has an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area with free wifi and cable TV. The apartment also features a lanai overlooking a lawn surrounded by swaying coconut palms. Surfing, snorkeling, and windsurfing at Ho’okipa Beach are just half a mile (0.8 km) away. The famous Mama’s Fish House restaurant is just a two-minute walk away from the apartment.
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Very cozy but plenty of roomThe place looked more run-down than it did in the photosthe shower head would not allow it to be pointed directly down (great pressure though)Weird peeling on the bathroom towel barThe fan that came on when one turned on the bathroom light sounded like a New York City subway trainCleanliness:
The condo was super clean and well appointed with everything we neededHost:
Tobi was a great host very responsive to any questions we hadToni was very quick to respond to any questions we had and very helpfulWe appreciate your kindness as well Mahalo nui loa Charlie and HollyTobi was a great & thoughtful hostI think she was trying to be funnyRead more reviewsLocation:
Hawaiian Shaved Ice in Paia Poke from Kuau Store and an absolutely amazing dinner at Mamas just around the cornerGreat place to start Hana trip from Close to Mama's Fish HouseThere are some positives about the general location of this unitGreat location just out of town Near a wonderful cafe and magical little turtle coveWe were supposed to go to dinner after a long day of flying
4. A Hawaiian beachfront beauty (from USD 650)
A picture-perfect beachfront vacation home is exactly what you get when you book your stay at the alluring cottage! Reminiscent of a classical plantation-style house, this cottage has vibrantly furnished interiors, including two living areas and kitchens, four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The upstairs unit has a lanai, and a grassy lawn from the cottage leads right down to the beach. The shops and restaurants of Paia town are less than five minutes away. Ho’okipa Beach Park is also just a few minutes walk from the cottage.
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All the bedding and towels including beach towels were a plentyAnd the beach access was perfectWe rented 3 of the 6 houses on the property for a very special anniversary celebrationWe had one sweltering day (it is August after all) when we wished the air conditioners were working but most of our stayThe home itself was clean spacious and well-equippedCleanliness:
The rooms were a good size and the bathrooms were niceThe house was clean comfortable and well-appointed andThe constant sound of the ocean was awesomeHost:
He was warm and welcomingStacy made us feel so welcome immediatelythe host was very responsiveI briefly met the property ownershe is an absolute proRead more reviewsLocation:
Paia has all that is needed from a great local market to restaurants and shoppingGreat location for beautiful beaches and local surf spotsThe house is right on the ocean- though the beach it's on is rocky and not ideal for swimming a 2 minute walk brings you to the Paia beach park which is great for swimmingIncluding bikes to use to cruise around PaiaThe house and grounds are in great condition
5. Relaxing cottage close to shops and beaches (from USD 195)
The interior of this plantation-style cottage has an open layout in the living and kitchen areas. The bedroom is cozy and comfortable, and the bathroom is updated. The cottage also has a covered outdoor dining area and a relaxing lanai. A five-minute walk will take you to the cafés, bars, restaurants, and shops of Paia. Paia Bay and Baldwin Beach are also just a 10-minute walk away.
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It was great to have the privacy of our own cottageThis unit is very spacious for 2 people with a well equipped kitchen good sized living room and bed room with super comfortable bedThe beach chairs and cooler were useful and thoughtful little things like toiletries and spare sunscreenThere are ceiling fans in each room and lots of windows provided a wonderful breezeThe bed was super comfy with soft sheets and plush pillowsCleanliness:
It was very clean and well appointed with spare towelsWe didn't use the bbq (used to propane andThe house also provided clean bath and beach towels with beach chairs and a cooler A/C unitHost:
The host Jacque was amazingVery responsive to our many texts and questionsWe only saw her once when she brought us a baking sheet when we found outthe best Jacque was amazingThe host provided helpful information without any intrusionRead more reviewsLocation:
The location in Paia is very convenient within walking distance to shops and restaurantsonly a few minutes drive from the Airport and walking distance from a grocery store and many shopsTo start the location was 10/10very comfortable king size bed Treated ourselves to dinner at Haliimaile General Store in nearby Makawao Loved shopping at Mana FoodsJacque was so cooperative Cottage is in a perfect location only a short walk to town
6. Experience the breathtaking Paia Bay views (from USD 285)
Tucked away in a quiet lane of Paia town, the upstairs rental unit has mesmerizing views of the Paia Bay. The interior of this vacation home is light and breezy with an open-plan layout of the kitchen and living area. Surrounded by the greenery of mango trees in the yard, the bedroom has a cool and calming vibe. There is also a private deck for the rental unit upstairs and shared outdoor space at ground level. Just a short stroll from the house will take you to the shopping and dining options of Paia town. The beach is also an eight-minute walk away.
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and the view was fantasticPerfect place for a couple with one bedroom nice living/kitchen areaThe apartment's kitchen area was well-stocked with pots pans and dinnerwareThe owners have gone to great lengths to supply all the amentities a guest needsthe view is exactly like in the pictures Fully equipped with everything you need I really appreciate that there were beachtowels for us AlysonCleanliness:
The house was clean and the furnishings were quite comfortableWas very clean and welcomingThe apartment was very clean and organizedIt was clean and comfortablePerfect yard to clean dry and re-pack your gear after a day of ridingHost:
was great to communicate withWe arrived to a card and gifts to help make our stay more welcomelinens chocolate upon arrival ( )Beautiful property and very well appointedand Kahului/Airport Easy drive to South Maui tooRead more reviewsLocation:
Every detail perfect and in a heavenly locationThe location was within walking distance to everything in PaiaLoved the property and locationThe apartement was just greatPerfect for 2 people on a windsport getaway Easy parking and access to Paia restaurants shops 15 minutes or less from any launch
7. Charming cottage close to Paia town (from USD 220)
Tastefully decorated in subtle hues, this two-bedroom, one-bathroom cottage is ideal for a small family, couples or even a group of friends. The living, dining and kitchen areas seamlessly flow into each other at this cottage. The furnishings in the bedrooms are plush and the bathroom is modern. An outdoor covered lanai with dining area adds to the charm of this cottage. Downtown Paia is a mere five-minute walk away. The cottage is at a five-ten minute walking distance from Paia Bay.
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It was very convenient to have the kitchen and air conditioningIt was nice to be a couple blocks from townThe only issue was there is no a/c in the bedroomsTown is cool place to check out good people watching to Location is good for traveling to town of Hana and the Maui High countryThe feeling of old Hawaii pretty garden with blooming Plumeria grassy yard and even an old fashioned clothes line to dry your suits and towels Something to note for future guests there are 2 b...Cleanliness:
The house had everything we needed and was super cleanHost:
A wonderful host and a nice homeClean well equipped easy communication with the hostand they were very nice and provided us with some tips for our excursions that dayThe cottages share a gated area that is well kept Would definitely return to this rentalThe cottage and the owner were both greatRead more reviewsLocation:
All basic needs were there and we enjoyed being able to walk into Paia in just a few minutesGreat location in Paia within walking distance to town and beachesPerfect central location on the island to see everything Far enough out of Paia to not hear the noise but close enough to walk in every evening and visit one of the many restaurantsIt is only a few minutes walk into the heart of Paia town where there are tons of fantastic shops and restaurants The nearby beaches are some of the best on the islandWe loved being able to walk into town
Sun, sand and surfing in Paia
Maui’s hidden north coast gem, Paia, has successfully transformed itself from a sugarcane plantation town to a Bohemian-chic village of boutiques, shops, restaurants and white sandy beaches that are a surfers’ paradise! Come and experience the magic of this charming town by staying at the best Vrbo accommodations in Paia, Hawaii.
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